Careers

Hauser Jones & Sas is hiring for a Director of Internal Audit and Regulatory Compliance, working in either the Bellevue or the Puyallup offices. Please identify your location preference with your application.

The Director of Internal Audit and Regulatory Compliance will conduct various exams and procedures to test our clients’ compliance with internal controls and federal regulations within the context of federal and state regulatory expectations, and entity enterprise risk assessments.

Job Description:

1. Assist with planning and perform fieldwork testing for internal audit and regulatory compliance engagements, internal client controls, and operating procedures.
2. Research technical issues that arise during the course of testing procedures.
3. Create draft reports for review and discussion with clients.
4. Identifies business process risks and develops testing methodologies to evaluate the adequacy of controls.
5. Builds new and existing client relationships and participate in networking and business development activities.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in accounting or related field preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of related audit and/or regulatory compliance experience
• Experience in a public accounting firm, or as a corporate internal auditor, preferred
• CIA, CRCM, CFE, and/or CPA, preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills exhibiting empathy for others with positive conflict resolution skills
• Analytical, detail orientation – the ability to multi-task without sacrificing people skills
• Ability to manage work-life balance while maintaining accountability and service
• Excellent knowledge of IIA guidelines and audit methodologies and techniques
• Excellent knowledge of banking industry regulations, systems and control processes
• Good at meeting deadlines and solving problems
• Research proficiency, driven by the principle of life-long learning
• Must be software savvy

Ability to travel to client locations, which will include occasional overnight stays.

Hauser Jones & Sas is hiring for Audit Seniors in both the Bellevue and the Puyallup offices. Please identify your location preference with your application.

The Audit Senior leads and manages multiple operations of the audit practice area and delivers quality services that increase the firm’s reputation. They are responsible for overseeing internal operating controls, processes, and practices, and the Audit Senior may also recommend changes and enhancements to existing policies and controls to make sure they are current, adequate, functional and utilized in accordance with standards established by the government and the company. The ideal candidate also looks for ways to grow the business and reach new clients. This leadership position would be an excellent fit for self-described “finders and/or minders” that exhibit a high level of emotional intelligence in support of each other and our clients.

Job Description:

1. Helps lead the engagement planning process
2. Performs detailed audit procedures on financial statement account balances, prepares and adjusts work papers from clients’ trial balance
3. Leads accounting staff, coordinates workflow and advances team-wide performance
4. Identifies potential management letter comments, identifies business process risks and develops testing methodologies to evaluate the adequacy of controls.
5. Motivates, trains and empowers audit department staff.
6. Assists with more complicated segments of audit and accounting engagements
7. Assumes full responsibility (under supervision) for preparation of compiled and reviewed financial statements
8. Drafts audited financial statements, including footnote disclosures
9. Effectively manages multiple clients, budgets, and production goals without last-minute stress in accordance with skills and schedules.
10. Builds new and existing client relationships and demonstrates knowledge of the clients’ businesses.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and licensed CPA, or CPA eligible and motivated to sit for the exam
• Well-rounded knowledge of GAAP, and knowledge of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Government Auditing Standards (GAS Yellow Book) and Generally Accepted Governmental Accounting Standards (GAGAS) is a plus
• Proficiency in use of computers and computer accounting software programs, preferably CCH Profx Engagement
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills exhibiting empathy for others with positive conflict resolution skills
• Analytical, with detail orientation and ability to multi-task without sacrificing people skills
• Ability to manage work-life balance while achieving partner-level accountability and service
• Good at meeting deadlines and solving problems
• Research proficiency, driven by the principle of life-long learning
• Well-rounded in dealing with high net worth individuals and closely-held businesses
• Expert at technology, workflow automation, and digital service delivery methods
• 3-5 years’ prior experience in public accounting and audit

Hauser Jones & Sas is hiring for Staff Auditors in both the Bellevue and the Puyallup offices. Please identify your location preference with your application.

The Staff Auditor assists with multiple operations of the audit practice area and delivers quality services that increase the firm’s reputation. They are responsible for documenting internal operating controls, processes, and practices. They will suggest changes and enhancements to existing policies and controls to make sure they are current, adequate, functional and utilized in accordance with standards established by the government and the company. The ideal candidate is motivated and interested in learning, with competency in technical skills, excellent time management skills and accuracy in work quality, along with a working knowledge of GAAP.

Job Description:

1. Participates in the engagement planning process
2. Performs detailed audit procedures on financial statement account balances, prepares and adjusts work papers from clients’ trial balance
3. Researches accounting issues
4. Recognizes potential problem areas in specific engagements and discusses them with engagement supervisor
5. Identifies potential management letter comments
6. Assists with more complicated segments of audit and accounting engagements
7. Assumes full responsibility (under supervision) for preparation of compiled and reviewed financial statements
8. Drafts audited financial statements, including footnote disclosures
9. Performs other accounting, auditing, and consulting duties as needed in engagements and as assigned by supervisory personnel
10. Will gain exposure to preparing tax returns and may assist with preparation as necessary

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and licensed CPA, or CPA eligible
• Well-rounded knowledge of GAAP, and knowledge of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Government Auditing Standards (GAS Yellow Book) and Generally Accepted Governmental Accounting Standards (GAGAS) is a plus
• Proficiency in use of computers and computer accounting software programs, preferably CCH Profx Engagement
• Analytical skills with detail orientation and the ability to multi-task
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good time management and organizational skills

Preferred Skills:

One to three years’ audit experience in the commercial, governmental, non-profit sectors or benefit plan audit experience a plus; public accounting and tax experience preferred but not required.

Hauser Jones & Sas is hiring for Audit Interns in both the Bellevue and the Puyallup offices. Please identify your location preference with your application.

Job Description:

Audit Interns participate as a member of the engagement team by performing audit or review procedures on client financial statements.  Involvement includes the following:

1. Participates in the engagement planning process
2. Performs audit procedures on financial statement account balances, prepares and adjusts work papers from clients’ trial balance
3. Researches accounting issues
4. Recognizes potential problem areas in specific engagements and discusses them with engagement supervisor
5. Identifies potential management letter comments
6. Performs other accounting, auditing, and consulting duties as needed in engagements and as assigned by supervisory personnel

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Senior or fifth-year student working towards a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, CPA eligible.
• Knowledge of GAAP, and knowledge of Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), Government Auditing Standards (GAS Yellow Book) and Generally Accepted Governmental Accounting Standards (GAGAS) is a plus
• Proficiency in use of computers and computer accounting software programs, preferably CCH Profx Engagement
• Analytical skills with detail orientation and the ability to multi-task
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good time management and organizational skills

The Tax Manager leads and manages multiple operations of the tax practice area and delivers quality tax services that increase the firm’s reputation.

This individual serves as a business advisor to our clients and oversees multiple tax engagements to deliver quality tax services, as well as looks for ways to grow the business and reach new clients. This leadership position would be an excellent fit for self-described “finders and/or minders” that exhibit a high level of emotional intelligence in support of each other and our clients.

Job Description:

• Contributes to the Firm’s overall success through the adoption of servant-leadership principles.
• Provides innovative tax planning and consulting advice to organizations and individuals.
• Leads accounting staff, coordinates workflow and advances team-wide performance.
• Identifies and mitigates tax risks for clients and the Firm.
• Motivates, trains and empowers tax department staff.
• Effectively manages multiple clients, budgets, and production goals without last-minute stress.
• Builds new and existing client relationships and demonstrates knowledge of the client’s businesses.
• Reviews: tax returns, memoranda, and correspondence related to federal, state, and local income tax returns for individuals, businesses, benefit funds, real estate, and exempt organizations.
• Handles federal, state, and local tax audits.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills exhibiting empathy for others with positive conflict resolution skills
• Analytical, with detail orientation and ability to multi-task without sacrificing people skills
• Ability to manage work-life balance while achieving partner-level accountability and service
• Excellent knowledge of tax accounting, tax compliance, and all types of tax returns
• Good at meeting deadlines and solving problems
• Research proficiency, driven by the principle of life-long learning
• Well-rounded in dealing with high net worth individuals and closely-held businesses
• Expert at technology, workflow automation, and digital service delivery methods
• CPA license required
• 6-10 years’ prior experience in public accounting and tax, with at least 3 years demonstrating these qualifications and education requirements while performing at a high-level.

The Tax Senior is responsible for performing complex tax preparation, tax research, and tax planning services to a variety of clients across many industries. This position also provides work direction and technical guidance to less experienced staff and contacts clients to resolve various tax matters.

Job Description:

• Prepares federal, state, and local income tax returns for individuals, businesses, benefit funds, real estate, and exempt organizations within a time frame.
• Reviews tax work of less experienced staff and peers
• Reviews tax information supplied by the client; may follow up to request additional information
• Provides innovative planning and consulting advice to individuals, businesses, and exempt organizations under direct supervision.
• Recognizes, anticipates, and resolves tax issues; makes recommendations
• Markets firm services to existing and prospective clients
• Meets productivity and efficiency standards

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• CPA license required
• 3+ years prior experience in public accounting and tax
• Knowledge of tax accounting, tax compliance, and all types of tax returns
• Good at meeting deadlines and solving problems
• Strong computer skills, preferably in ProFx, Microsoft Office, and QuickBooks
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Analytical skills with detail orientation and the ability to multi-task
• Well-rounded in dealing with high net worth individuals and businesses

Hauser Jones & Sas is hiring for Tax Interns in both the Bellevue and the Puyallup offices. Please identify your location preference with your application.

Job Description:

Tax Interns participate as a member of the tax team by assisting in the preparation of federal, state and international tax filings. You will work with other tax professionals to:

• Participate in select phases of tax compliance engagements;
• Research tax laws, rules, and regulations and analyze their application to specific situations
• Support select projects demonstrating creative thinking and individual initiative while working as a team member, building solid relationships with team members
• Proactively seek guidance, clarification, and feedback
• Demonstrate flexibility in prioritizing and completing tasks while exercising professional skepticism
• Perform other accounting and administrative duties as needed and as assigned by supervisory personnel.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Senior or fifth-year student working towards a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, CPA eligible
• Proficiency in use of computers and computer accounting software programs, preferably QuickBooks
• Analytical skills with detail orientation and the ability to multi-task
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good time management and organizational skills

Experience with CCH ProSystem fx Engagement and/or ProSystem fx Tax is a plus.

We are looking for a Client Accounting Services Manager to provide accounting services for our clients according to the clients’ needs. The responsibilities include establishing financial status by developing and implementing systems for collecting, analyzing, verifying and reporting information. Usually, this takes place in the QuickBooks environment, so QuickBooks expertise is required for this position.

Job Description:

Oversee the daily operations of the accounting department for client needs including:

• Month and end-year processes
• Monthly, quarterly and annual compliance reporting
• Accounts payable/receivable
• Cash receipts
• General ledger and general adjustments
• Payroll and utilities
• Treasury, budgeting
• Cash forecasting
• Revenue and expenditure variance analysis
• Capital assets reconciliations
• Trust account statement reconciliations,
• Check runs
• Fixed asset activity
• Debt activity

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Proven work experience in accounting
• Advanced computer skills on MS Office and databases
• Strong QuickBooks products skills and experience with other accounting systems
• Ability to manipulate large amounts of data
• Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• BS degree in Accounting or Finance required, or other relevant advanced degree/experience
• Good at meeting deadlines and solving problems
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• CPA preferred
• Experience with Salesforce, Stripe, Expensify preferred

Our Client Accounting Services department is experiencing tremendous growth, so we are excited to be adding to our team! Do you enjoy client interaction? Are you savvy in QuickBooks Desktop and Online environments? Do you love accounting? Are you naturally detail-oriented and good at managing deadlines? If so, we would like to speak with you

Job Description:

1. Interact with clients on a professional basis.
2. Work in various accounting programs with a focus in QuickBooks, and ability and willingness to learn new ones at a constant rate.
3. Ability to handle a company’s full circle accounting needs.
4. Prepare appropriate state and federal returns with regard to payroll and income.
5. Working knowledge of appropriate classification for a chart of accounts.
6. Analytical review of Balance Sheet and Profit and Loss.
7. Perform self-review for accuracy.
8. Work on a project-related basis.
9. Be flexible and proactive by requesting projects or identifying the needs of the firm.
10. Contribute to new and expanding processes and procedures through working knowledge.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting required.
• Minimum 5 years in accounting, full-charge or equivalent
• Must be a self-starter who is detail-oriented and able to manage competing priorities.
• Must have a working knowledge of QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Online Word, Excel, Adobe, and Outlook.
• Professional oral and written communication skills and excellent phone presence.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Able to be flexible with rotating priorities and multiple due dates
• Experience with ProFX Tax, Checkpoint, and CCH Axcess a plus

Some travel to the Bellevue office will be required. Additional hours and Saturdays can be expected, primarily during tax season.

Must be comfortable with multi-tasking, working with all firm staff to achieve a high-level of client service and firm objectives. Attention to detail and the ability to identify tasks and firm needs are critical.